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Are you wondering, “Should I get a rabbit?” These articles will help you decide if a rabbit is right for you and your family. Topics cover preparing for your first house rabbit, how much a rabbit costs, rabbit adoption, baby bunnies, and more.

Rabbits make wonderful indoor pets. They are adorable and brimming with personality. But before you swoop into the shelter and pick out a cutie, there are a few things you should know to ensure a rabbit is right for you and your family. Read more »

Bringing a new pet rabbit into your life is an exciting event. You’ll want to make sure you’re fully prepared so that you and your new bunny can get off to a great start. Learn the basics of rabbit ownership, and review our checklist of initial bunny supplies. Read more »

Many people may be misguided in thinking that rabbits are low-maintenance pets. The truth is that pet rabbits live 10 years or longer, and they require a considerable amount of care, time, and money. Here is a basic rundown of how much a pet rabbit can cost. Read more »

Continually overrun with abandoned rabbits, local shelters and rescues are the best place to find a new pet bunny. Not only will you save an animal from possible euthanasia, there are also several additional benefits. Read more »

A house rabbit may seem like the perfect companion for your child, but this is not always the case. Adopting a rabbit is a big commitment, and it takes a family level of commitment to care for and provide a good life for a rabbit. Read more »

When Easter is around the corner, many people consider buying a pet rabbit, sometimes on a whim or as a gift for small children. While rabbits do make wonderful indoor companions, people should take the time to learn the reality of pet rabbit ownership. Read more »

There are many benefits to owning a pet rabbit: they’re utterly adorable, they’re funny, they’re quiet, they’re clean… I could go on and on. But one thing many people may not realize is that rabbits are ecologically-friendly pets. Read more »

With shelters and rescues overflowing with homeless pet rabbits, we advocate that bunny owners spay and neuter their pets so they do not breed. However, in the case that you are caring for a pregnant rabbit or new mother, here are a few basic tips. Read more »

If you happen to spot a wild baby rabbit in your yard, your first instinct might be to “rescue” the poor, defenseless creature and care for it in your home. However, to ensure the little bunny’s best chance for survival, the best action you can take is to leave it alone. Read more »

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My House Rabbit is an educational website that promotes keeping pet rabbits inside the home. The site was founded by veteran rabbit owners Abi Cushman and P.A. Smith of New London, CT, who currently share their home with two mischievous agouti rabbits named Coco and Cosette.